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2026 NCPA Spring Convention- Doctor Registration


Total Credits: 6 Mandated Hours- Category 1, 10 Mandated Hours- Category 2, 2 General Hours


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THE 2026 SPRING NCPA CONVENTION, LOCATED AT THE YOUNES CONFERENCE CENTER NORTH IN KEARNEY, NEBRASKA, WILL FEATURE TOP-INDUSTRY SPEAKERS, OVER 25 EXHIBITORS FEATURING THE LATEST IN CHIROPRACTIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, AND SPECIAL SOCIAL EVENTS.

 

PLAN AHEAD!

  • Early bird registration for doctor registration (a savings of $50) ends on February 25, 2026!
  • Online registration ends on March 19, 2026. After this date, you will have to register on-site at the convention and printed materials are not guaranteed. Please note, there will be long lines for same-day registration, and it is recommended to arrive at least 30 minutes early.
  • Children and infants are not permitted to attend sessions. As a courtesy to all attendees and our speakers, infants, and children under the age of 18 are not allowed in convention sessions. There will be a mother's room available for nursing mothers.

 

REGISTRATION FEES:

Member Doctor Registration Fee
            $275 (Early Bird Discount if registered before February 25, 2026)
            $325 (February 26, 2026, and later)

Non-Member Doctor Registration Fee
            $500 (Early Bird Discount if registered before February 25, 2026)
            $550 (February 26, 2026, and later)

Chiropractic Assistant/CA Limited Radiography Sessions- $75 per person, per session

Exhibitor Registration- $600 (includes one booth and up to three total participants)

 

PAYMENT DEADLINES:

  • All attendee registrations must be paid in full by March 19, 2026. After this date, attendees with a balance due will have to pay upon arrival at convention, which will cause a delay at check-in. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to wait in line.
  • All exhibitor booths, advertisements, and sponsorships must be paid in full by February 25, 2026.

 

CHIROPRACTIC STUDENTS:

  • Students at any chiropractic college or university that are not NCPA student members can register for no cost to attend. Please contact Lori Citta at 402-502-4275 or lcitta@nebraskachiropractic.org for additional details.

 

GUESTS:

  • All guests, including children, must be registered individually for the events they will be attending.
  • Children are invited to attend the Musical Mischief: Dueling Pianos event on Friday, March 27, 2026.

 

EVENT SCHEDULE INFORMATION: 

Convention Agenda (PDF)

Doctor Speaker and Session Information (PDF)

CA LR Speaker and Session Information (PDF) 

CA Speaker and Session Information (PDF) 

Exhibitor & Sponsor Prospectus (PDF)

 

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Exhibitor Reception: Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5-6pm in the Exhibitor Hall

Musical Mischief: Dueling Pianos Show for All Ages

 

HOTEL INFORMATION: 

Crowne Plaza Kearney
707 W Talmadge Rd.
Kearney, NE 68845
Phone: 308-238-7000

The NCPA group rate is approximately $160 per night. To qualify for the group rate, hotel reservations must be made by February 25, 2026. 

Click here to make online hotel reservations. 

 

AREA ATTRACTIONS AND DINING INFORMATION (LINKS):

Visit Kearney

 

 

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Location

Younes Conference Center North

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707 W Talmadge Rd., Kearney, Nebraska 68845, United States
(308) 238-7000
younes.com

Agenda

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions (type N/A if not applicable):
Please state any questions you would like to be addressed about the NCPA at the General Business Meeting on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 12:00pm. If none, please type N/A.
Please state any questions you would like to be addressed about SecureCare at the General Business Meeting on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 12:00pm. If none, please type N/A.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
SecureCare Board of Directors Meeting
Date/Time: Thu, Mar 26, 2026 - 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM (CDT)
NCPA Board of Directors Meeting
Date/Time: Thu, Mar 26, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 03:00 PM (CDT)
Joint Board of Directors Meeting for NCPA/SCC Boards
Date/Time: Thu, Mar 26, 2026 - 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM (CDT)

Friday, March 27, 2026
Registration and Breakfast
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 07:15 AM to 08:00 AM (CDT)
Code to Care Plan: Turning CPT Choices into Defensible Treatment Plans
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Evan M. Gwilliam DC
Location: Gold 10
Networking Break with Exhibitors
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 09:45 AM to 10:15 AM (CDT)
Luncheon
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM (CDT)
Beyond the Spine: Practical Extremity Adjusting for Everyday Practice
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Sara Cuperus, DC, DACSP. ATC
Location: Gold 10
Networking Break with Exhibitors
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 02:45 PM to 03:15 PM (CDT)
Compliance Simplified: A Practical Framework for Chiropractic Offices
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Nicholas R Payne DC, Bradley D Stauffer DC
Location: Gold 10
Exhibitor Reception
Date/Time: Fri, Mar 27, 2026 - 05:00 PM to 06:00 PM (CDT)
Location: Silver 3
Musical Mischief: Dueling Pianos Show for All Ages is a separate ticketed event. You can add it to your order once you complete registration.

Saturday, March 28, 2026
Registration and Breakfast
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 07:15 AM to 08:00 AM (CDT)
Mastering Headaches & Dizziness: Real-World Skills
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Tim Bertelsman DC, CCSP, DACO
Location: Gold 10
Networking Break with Exhibitors
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 09:45 AM to 10:15 AM (CDT)
NCPA General Business Meeting- Working Luncheon
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 02:30 PM (CDT)
Networking Break with Exhibitors
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 02:30 PM to 03:00 PM (CDT)
Case Studies on Surgical Treatment of Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spinal Disorders
Date/Time: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Travis Bailey, MD , Adam Schell, MD
Location: Gold 10

Sunday, March 29, 2026
Registration and Breakfast
Date/Time: Sun, Mar 29, 2026 - 07:15 AM to 08:00 AM (CDT)
Real Life Radiology
Date/Time: Sun, Mar 29, 2026 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Terry R. Yochum, DC, DACBR, ACCR, FICC , Alicia Yochum
Location: Gold 10